AMY
WILLIAMS
Amy Williams, british-born, madrileña at heart, discovering what wellness means, to herself and what she can learn from others.
She met Benedetta through Instagram because they coincided at different events and of course their favourite barre class. Benedetta introduced her to Viky as Sowll began to come to life. She referred to Benedetta and Viky as two women whose attitude to wellness and their impeccable taste is inspiring and we have a lot to learn from!
How would you define yourself in three words?
Open, caring, strong-willed
Do you have any daily rituals or habits that help you feel well and motivated?
Every day without fail, before I go to sleep I write down the highlight of my day in my diary. This micro-habit of daily gratitude is a non-negotiable for me now. I end my day reflecting on the positive and I’ve learnt to appreciate the details, no matter how “ordinary” the day might have been.
Each one of us is constantly living his gentle revolution. How would you describe yours?
I’ve taught myself over the last few years to only speak kindly to myself. How would you speak to your sister, your inner child, your best friend? That’s my gentle revolution, being gentle with the way I talk to myself.
What does healthy and intentional eating mean to you?
Once it clicks that food is the fuel that allows you to turn up as your best self, you see nutrition in a whole new light, whether it’s choosing protein at breakfast to keep you fuller for longer, white bread and peanut butter before a long run to give you energy faster, or a medjool date with your favourite dark chocolate every day for dessert because it brings you joy, intentional eating becomes second nature.
Do you like to cook? What’s your favourite go-to recipe?
I have always kept it simple, one tray in the oven, but this year I’m challenging myself to cook one recipe a week to enjoy the process, not just the result, and I’m also filling my fridge with nutritious and delicious food. My favourite is always veggie chilli, but recently I made a squash, leek and pesto pie that was stunning!
What do you value most about your leisure time?
Choosing who I spend it with, and that living in Spain, especially in Madrid, making the most of your free time no matter what day of the week it is is an important part of the culture.
Which Sowll product do you recommend for moments of leisure or self-care? Why?
My favourite Sowll empties are my Quinque Purifying Mask, Wilden Remedium n.6 Relax herbal tea, and the Depuravita Sleep Supplement. A trio guaranteed to relax!
Do you have any recommendations or tips that have helped you live a more conscious life?
Journaling is the habit that changed my life. It helps you to really get to know yourself, how you think, to reflect on the good and the bad, and to calm your mind when you most need it.
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